RINGSIDE
Boxer's
A four-storied club that oozes seductiveness, mystery and encourages curiosity.
Quirky Ringside tempts guests to wander through old hallways, up precarious staircases and across peculiar balconies--only to stop and absorb the sights and sounds of the bar's adventurous setup. The first & second floor resembles an old jazz club, with seating nooks ringing a stage/dance floor with a bar and balcony. The third floor is reminiscent of an old speakeasy/burlesque house with a bar, tables & a small stage, perfect for intimate performances. Climb one more "Alice in Wonderland" staircase to a huge studio--half the space is a cozy sitting area flanked with bookshelves, sofas and a DJ spinning a mix of organic and electronic sounds; the other half houses a large bar. You may wonder how Ringside operates, with its tight passageways, sketchy bathrooms and uniquely distressed interior--but it's all part of the enticing charm of this mysterious venue.
The club attracts a mix of patrons, drawing from the scenesters, the lovers of alternative & underground music and the generally curious.
Nestled in the midst of the downtown Durham business district, parking is always tricky. You may be able to park on the street or in one of the nearby parking decks.
Ringside is located in downtown Durham, on West Main Street. Our phone is 919.680.2100.
Take Durham Freeway (Hwy 147)
Take Chapel Hill St. Exit 13
Turn Left onto W. Chapel Hill St.
Turn Right onto W. Ramseur St./US 70 BR E
Turn Left onto S. Corcoran St.
Turn Left onto Main St.
Club is about one block on Right. Look for the Ringside Marquee.
Take Durham Freeway (Hwy 147)
Take Exit 12B toward Downtown
Stay straight to go onto Willard St.
Turn slight Right onto S Roxboro St.
Turn Left onto Main St.
Club is about one block on Right. Look for the Ringside Marquee.
There is limited public parking available at and around Ringside. There is a parking deck directly across from the club with an entrance on Corcoran St.
- Manning Place parking lot beside the Durham Arts Council is free with a two-hour limit from 7:00am to 6:00pm. There are 3 handicapped parking spaces in the Manning Place parking lot.
- Morris Street parking is free with a one-hour limit from 7:00am to 6:00pm. There is no ticketing in these free parking areas after 6:00pm.
- Morgan Street parking is free with a 30-minute limit from 7:00am to 6:00pm. There is no ticketing in these free parking areas after 6:00pm.
Your best bet for parking is the city-owned parking deck on the corner of Morris and Morgan Streets called Durham Centre Parking Garage Civic/Arts Center Parking. There are entrances on both Morgan and Morris Streets. The deck is never closed.